Environmental Technician

Board of Certified Safety Professionals; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major steel manufacturer in Lexington, NC is seeking an Environmental Technician responsible for promoting environmental stewardship. The role includes monitoring critical systems, leading storm-water management, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have mechanical knowledge and preferably possess a wastewater treatment license. This position offers top-tier benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to safely work with hazardous chemicals/waste.
• One year maintenance or environmental experience in water treatment or baghouse.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and maintain critical environmental systems.
• Lead storm-water management and waste management.
• Ensure permit and emission compliance.

Skills

Ability to work safely at heights

Ability to work in confined spaces

Strong mechanical knowledge

Strong electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Wastewater treatment license

Job description

Overview

Division: Nucor Steel Lexington

Location: Lexington, NC, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America\'s largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent\'s largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Responsibilities

Basic Job Functions:

The role of the Environmental Technician is to promote and sustain our culture of environmental stewardship. This position will be responsible for monitoring, operating and maintaining critical environmental and operational systems, including the Baghouse, Continuous Emission Rate Monitors, and Water Treatment Plant. The successful candidate will also lead and assist with storm-water management, permit and emission compliance, waste management, radiation detection, spill prevention/control, and overall success of the EHS Department.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and with hazardous chemicals/waste

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year maintenance or environmental experience in water treatment or baghouse.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical knowledge
• Wastewater treatment license

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug-free workplace